peplum

Peplum tops are coming back for 2015, but they are much more understated than they have been in the past, so naturally we’re falling in love fast and hard. We’ve already named it one of our fashion essentials for the new year, but allow us to gush a little more. Less of a true waist-defining peplum, today’s trend sits a bit lower and cascades in a loose ruffle, as opposed to a structured frill. The new peplum is filling collections from the likes of Preen, Thakoon, and Viktor & Rolf, and no top style is exempt from it. Silk blouses, cotton tees, and knit sweaters alike, all have one thing in common: understated elegance. Top your office skirt with a ruffle-hem button-down or your festive mini with a slinkier peplum top, or grab a cotton jersey option to add a little luxury to your weekend look. Clearly we’ve gone a little peplum crazy, so we’re sharing some of our picks with you. Scroll through our current loves below and shop them all right now! !function(d,s,id){var e, p = /^http:/.test(d.location) ? 'http' : 'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)) {e = d.createElement(s);e.id = id;e.src = p + '://' + 'widgets.rewardstyle.com' + '/js/boutique.js';d.body.appendChild(e);}if(typeof window.__boutique === 'object') if(d.readyState read more

It's easy to fall into a trap of wearing a certain piece the same way over and over again—and while there's nothing wrong with that, it certainly limits the amount of outfits you can put together. Just in time for the workweek, here are five ways to wear a peplum top to challenge any status quo. The peplum, flirty and feminine, deserves so much more than a single combo, don't you think? #1. With a pencil skirt The tailored figure-flattering pencil skirt is a common mate for the flared top, and if you haven't tried it yet, it's definitely time. The slim bottom doesn't have any volume, instead taking all it needs from its mate up top. #2. With an LBD Grab the slinky, party-ready black dress from the back of your closet and try it on underneath your favorite blouse. If the dress is slim and the peplum just boxy enough, the layered look will give the appearance of a skirt-and-top set, when in reality it's just giving a piece in your wardrobe another opportunity to work. #3. With wide-leg pants For a bold silhouette, consider adding even more volume with wide-leg trousers. Take inspiration from this jumpsuit and read more

Shocking but true: The end of the year is almost here! That means it's time to look back and take stock of what we did, saw, and wore. Some trends were brand-new, others back from middle-school past, and a few that had been bubbling up in the last few years really took root and blossomed. Relive them here, vote on your favorite, and keep checking back this week—we're tallying up your thoughts through Friday on the year's best style transformation, royal, OMG moment, and more. Best Daytime Fashion Trend Styled properly, or worn heading to a casual desk, you could feasibly make these work for the office. Their best time to shine, though, is during a dinner with girlfriends and wine or a full afternoon spent shopping. The crop top, a holdover from 2013, had such a big year it's impossible to leave it off the list; the same goes for the bomber jacket, a simple silhouette that rivals the leather moto for a chameleon-like ability to match nearly everything. Then there's normcore, which feels like it's been around for decades. While the blasé, I-got-these-clothes-from-the-thrift-store vibe evokes the feeling of decades past, the moniker is totally this year. Best Daytime read more

Last night Eva Longoria turned up to fete her new show, Devious Maids, in an outfit that has me scratching my head. Let's call it a peplum pantsuit? I'm totally into pantsuits, jumpsuits, and rompers, so I love the onesie effect of this. I also love that it feels a bit different from most of the things she wears! I adore Eva Longoria, but there's something about this that I can't put my finger on. Between contemplating the fit of the pants and the choice of shoes, it struck me that it's that durn peplum! How is everyone feeling about peplums these days? Are you as over it as I am? I think her hair and cheerful makeup looks perfect, and I'm obsessed with the all-white thing, obviously, I just think if we snipped off that extra bit of fabric, this would be a look that hits it out of the ballpark. I'm calling a State of the Union on peplums! What do you guys think—is her jumpsuit amazing or a little off? Are you still into peplums, or would you rather never hear the word again? Let me know in the comments! Photos: Getty Images read more

Lucky me, yesterday morning I was invited to check out the new spring goodies at downtown Manhattan shop Dagny & Barstow, and I was totally blown away. In the year since they opened (the shop used to be Lenny Kravitz and Denzel Washington's nightclub...weird), owners Emily Titelman and Meredith Blank have become known for scouting little-known international brands and way before the major retailers are on to them (watch out, Opening Ceremony!). They have an insane eye, and pretty much everything in the store is freak-out good. Good news too: They've got e-commerce. Here are five of my favorite pieces. To Be Adored Lizzie Dress, dagnyandbarstow.com This little white dress is perfect. I love how gauzy and light it is! I'm definitely buying this for myself this summer. Sophie Hulme Mini Envelope Bag, dagnyandbarstow.com Dagny and Barstow was one of the first places stateside that started carrying Sophie Hulme (she's now a total cult fave), and I'm in love with this little bitty tangerine bag! Roseanna Crosby Floral Denim Riding Pants, dagnyandbarstow.com How adorable are these little floral trousers? The fit on them looks amazing. It's a personal pet peeve of mine when printed pants are super skintight! Mother of read more

Denim of all shades and styles was on display at Rachel Comey's fall 2013 runway show, which is interesting since the designer has never worked with the material before. We didn't see the typical chambray shirts or jeggings, either. It was washed up, dressed up and in some cases, kind of a flash back to the 1980s (the boyish hair styles helped the cause). I love this sleeveless dress paired with a tall black boot. It's a nice transition look from summer to fall, no? When it gets cold, add a little jacket or cardi and you're good to go. Leather and denim? Yes please! This is straight up tomboy and I love it. I'm digging this wide leg look. I'll be the first to admit my skinny jeans get too much play (can you relate?) so why not give them a try? It's sort of trouser meets jeans. Do you like Rachel Comey's denim looks? Which one would you try? read more

Spotted in Miami: Two Kardashian sisters rocking the peplum trend. Who wore it better? Kim or Kourtney? Only your votes can decide! First up, Kim Kardashian. True to Kimmy form, the reality star paired a black leather pencil skirt with a black crop top and completed her look with black pointy-toe pumps. Is it just me or does this outfit have Kanye West written all over it? Next, Kourtney Kardashian. The pint-size mom of two took the conservative route with this trend opting to wear a coral, structured-shoulder top with an olive peplum skirt. She used a black belt to further define her waist and also completed the look with black pointy-toe pumps. Ready to vote? Go! Then hit the comments and let me know who you chose and why! Which Kardashian sister wore her peplum better? Photos: Splash read more

Stand up if you've ever eaten so much at Thanksgiving that you feel like you're going to give birth to a healthy, rotund food baby? I think it's safe to say we're all awkwardly standing at our desks...don't try to explain why to your co-workers. Nikki already gave us three adorable outfit ideas for turkey day, but what about those of us who plan on housing stuffing and pie with wreckless abandon, but still want to look cool? I've got your back. read more

The peplum is a power-trend in fashion...but would you let it make an appearance in your wedding? And as a bridesmaid, how would you feel rocking a fashion-forward silhouette? When I spotted these Donna Morgan silk bridesmaid dresses with chic little peplums at Bridal Market today, I literally halted in my steps and did a 360; I had to snap a pic for you ladies and take a poll! (Oh, and did I mention that everything you're about to see is $179-$220? Yep!) read more

It's the day after Labor Day, so sayonara summer, and hellooo cool nights, autumn leaves, apple cider, and fun fall clothes. There are plenty of ways to transition your favorite warm-weather pieces into early fall outfits, but what of those gotta-have-it trends you bought into this year? Fret not! read more

Even though it's roughly nine billion degrees out, fall merchandise has just hit most stores. Yes, this means that summer is nearly at an end, but in my opinion (and I don't think I'm alone here) autumn is the most fun season to shop for! Hellooo cozy knits and fun new trousers! Leave it to Piperlime to kick start back to school...er...fall shopping with a killer sale offering 25 percent off new fall goods! read more

After two seasons of dominating the runway and fast-fashion shops alike, there's really no way to ignore the peplum this fall. While ridiculously flattering (seriously, they make you look like Jessica Rabbit—va va voom!), the logistics of actually wearing one can be daunting. Here are seven super-cute ways to rock the trend. read more

We talked peplums last week here on STF, and last night's Oscar looks (Tina Fey, Michelle Williams) proved the trend isn't going anywhere soon. The shape is a super-easy way to accentuate your waist, so take a peek at the styles I'm loving now (all under $100) and find something you love! read more